FM Talent Partners Ltd
Director of Business Development
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Business Development Director – UK Landscaping & Grounds Maintenance Sector
£100,000 Basic Salary + 50% Bonus | UK Remote | HQ Birmingham
FM Talent Partners are exclusively partnering with a leading UK landscaping and grounds maintenance business as they look to appoint a high-performing Business Development Director to drive their next phase of growth.
This is a rare opportunity to join an established and ambitious organisation with a strong market reputation, delivering high-quality landscaping, grounds maintenance, and environmental services across the UK.
We are looking for a commercially driven sales leader who can build strategic relationships, identify new opportunities, and lead the growth strategy across key markets.
The Opportunity
As Business Development Director, you will take ownership of the company’s growth agenda, developing new business opportunities, strengthening client relationships, and helping shape the future commercial direction of the business.
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You will work closely with the senior leadership team to identify target markets, develop strategic partnerships, and secure high-value contracts across the UK.
This is a UK-wide remote role, with the company headquarters based in Birmingham.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a national business development strategy
- Identify, target and secure new commercial opportunities
- Build relationships with senior decision-makers across FM, property, estates, and facilities sectors
- Drive revenue growth through strategic account development and new client acquisition
- Lead complex tenders, bids and commercial negotiations
- Develop long-term partnerships with major organisations
- Work collaboratively with operations and leadership teams to ensure successful client delivery
- Represent the business at industry events and networking opportunities
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking an experienced Business Development Director / Sales Director with a proven track record of winning business within one or more of the following sectors:
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- Landscaping
- Grounds Maintenance
- Facilities Management
- Property Services
- Environmental Services
- Soft FM
You will ideally have:
- A strong network of senior industry contacts
- Experience winning large-value contracts
- A consultative and strategic approach to sales
- Proven success in developing new markets
- The ability to influence at board level
- A passion for growth and commercial excellence
Package
- 💰 £100,000 basic salary
- 📈 50% bonus opportunity
- 🚗 UK-wide remote working
- 🏢 Support from an established leadership team
- 📊 Opportunity to make a significant impact on business growth
This is an outstanding opportunity for a commercially ambitious leader who wants ownership, autonomy, and the chance to make a genuine difference within a growing UK landscaping organisation.
Apply now or contact FM Talent Partners for a confidential discussion.
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